Graduate School Orientation

Orientation Schedule for Fall Semester 2015

Graduate School New Student Orientation

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Orientation will introduce students to expectations for graduate students and the basics of responsible conduct for research. Students will also learn about the services available on campus to support their success. Contact the Graduate School with any questions.

Pre-registration is required. Please register online so that we can plan for your attendance. This event will be full, so register early to reserve your seat. Students who are unable to attend this session may complete an online training and view our online resources to receive the required training.

Schedule and Description

11:00am - 1:00pm: Registration in the Memorial Union Commons (ground floor) We'll have lunch tickets available so you can grab lunch and socialize with other new students.

11:30am - 1:00pm - Student Services Fair in the Memorial Union Commons (ground floor) Use your lunch ticket to purchase food in the Commons, and learn about some of the great services available to you. You might even get to meet Blizzard T. Husky!

1:00 - 4:30pm: Orientation program in the Memorial Union Ballroom (2nd floor) Attend to learn about Michigan Tech policies, and obtain the required Responsible Conduct of Research training

Our orientation program will introduce students to:

Academic Integrity

Advisor/Advisee Relationships

Responsible Conduct for Research

Setting Expectations for Graduate Education

Training Requirement

All graduate students are required to complete basic Responsible Conduct for Research (RCR) training. Students who are unable to attend orientation, or are completing degrees through distance programs, may complete the online training. Students who do not complete the training within their first two semesters will have a hold placed on their account and will not be eligible to enter research only mode or graduate.

GTA Orientation

The GTA Orientation Schedule is available on the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) website. They offer orientation prior to the start of fall semester.